Lakeside Electrician | Aluminum Wiring & Surge Protection | Venture Electric Co Contr

Our inspection includes a detailed assessment of your entire electrical system, with special attention to aluminum wiring connections, which can loosen and overheat over time. We check for signs of oxidation, overheating at outlets, and ensure proper, code-compliant connections. To make it safer, we may recommend and install specialized connectors or, in some cases, a complete circuit upgrade to modern copper wiring, providing a permanent solution to this common local fire hazard.

Absolutely. During an inspection, we evaluate your home's surge protection. Many older Lakeside homes lack adequate protection. We check your main panel and individual outlets to identify vulnerabilities. Based on our findings, we can recommend and install whole-house surge protectors or point-of-use devices. This is a proactive step to shield your computers, TVs, and appliances from the voltage spikes common during our monsoon season and other electrical events.

Watch for warning signs like flickering lights, outlets or switches that are warm to the touch, a burning plastic smell, or frequently tripped breakers—these can indicate problems with older aluminum wiring. For surge protection, if you've experienced recent storm-related outages or have lost electronics to unexplained failures, an inspection is wise. For any home in Lakeside built before the mid-1970s, a professional inspection is a smart, preventative measure for safety.